Certain 2020-2021 BMW X5, X6, X7 models: suspension weld separation
Certain 2020-2021 BMW X5, X6, X7, and related models have a front axle support weld that may separate, potentially affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a structural defect in the vehicle's front suspension system where a critical weld may separate. Although no injuries have been reported, the potential failure of the weld could compromise vehicle handling and control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash. The structural nature of this suspension defect meets the rubric's criterion for Severe severity.
Plain-English summary
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020 BMW X5, X6, and X7 models, as well as certain 2021 BMW X5 models. The front axle support contains a weld that joins it to the right front control arm bearing bracket. In some vehicles, this weld may separate.
If the weld separates, the connection between the front axle support and the control arm bearing bracket fails. This compromises vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners of affected vehicles should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a service appointment. BMW dealers will replace the front axle support at no cost to the owner. The recall remediation began on December 18, 2020. Owners can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov for additional information.
The recalled product
- Product
- BMW X6 M, X5, X6, X7
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Affected units
- 83
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (4)
- X6 M
- X5
- X6
- X7
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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